Immunisation

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting people against harmful diseases before they come into contact with them. Immunisation not only protects individuals, but also others in the community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases. The City of Mitcham is committed to the health and well being of our community.

For further information or queries about the City of Mitcham's immunisation service please call 8372 8816.

Meningococcal B and Human Papilloma Virus vaccines

These two vaccines are offered as a two dose course – Please remember to have the second dose through the Council’s community immunisation service if it is missed through the school immunisation program. If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact the immunisation team at the City of Mitcham.

The Flu vaccine is now available through the Council's community immunisation clinics and is free if you are classified as 'high risk'.

To see whether you are eligible for the National Immunisation Influenza Program, Click here.

Members of the community who do not qualify for the free influenza vaccine can purchase it via credit or debit card at the clinics at a cost of $20 per dose. Flu vaccinations are free for clients who are over 65 (limited stock available) and those considered vulnerable.

Our priority is the health and safety of our community, so help us stop the spread of COVID-19 and ensure you follow physical distancing measures when entering the clinic.

The free flu vaccine is available for:

all pregnant women (any trimester)

people six months of age or older with the following underlying chronic medical conditions:

cardiac disease,

chronic respiratory conditions, including severe asthma

chronic neurological conditions that impact on respiratory function, including hereditary and degenerative central nervous system diseases and seizure disorders

immunocompromising conditions , including immunocompromised due to disease or treatment

diabetes and other metabolic disorders

renal disease

haematological disorders, including haemoglobinopathies

children aged six months to 10 years on long term aspirin therapy who are at increased risk of Reye syndrome following influenza infection.

all children aged six months to less than five years of age

all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over

There is no need to book into the immunisation clinics, just arrive between the allocated times with your child's 'immunisation record book' and Medicare card. Please be aware that new babies need to arrive at least 15 minutes before closing time as vaccines may not be given.

Please note that the immunisation clinics scheduled at the Mitcham Memorial Library will now be held at the City of Mitcham Civic Centre, 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park until further notice.

There are four regular public clinics within the Council area. These clinics are provided in accordance with the recommended vaccination schedule and the current National Health and Medical Research Council guidelines. Some vaccines are Government funded and are provided at no cost. However, other vaccines are provided on a cost recovery basis.

Location

Day

Time

City of Mitcham Civic Centre - 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park

First Wednesday of Month*

11.30am to 1.00pm

City of Mitcham Civic Centre - 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park

Third Wednesday of Month*

5.30pm to 7.00pm

Blackwood Community Centre - 4 Young Street, Blackwood

First Wednesday of Month*Third Wednesday of Month*

5.30pm to 6.30pm11.30am to 12.30pm

* Please note clinics may be subject to cancellation without prior notice

Boostrix - Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping cough vaccine is available at the community clinics at a cost of $41 per dose - credit card payment only accepted.

Price List*To ensure availability of the vaccines listed below, payment is required at least five working days prior to attending a clinic. Payment can be made at the City of Mitcham Civic Centre, 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park.

For Australian children up to the age of seven, the Immunisation Calculator can be used to determine what vaccines are due and when based on the National Immunisation Program scheduled vaccines. If vaccine doses are delayed or missed, the calculator can assist by providing a 'catch-up' schedule for future vaccines.